El Paso Music Learning Corner

This Day in Music History – August 26, 1971
Latin pop superstar Thalía was born on this day in Mexico City, Mexico. She became one of the most successful Latin pop artists in the world, known for her singing, acting, and energetic performances.

This Day in Music History – August 25, 1958

The Billboard Hot 100 chart was published for the first time, creating one of the most famous ways to track the most popular songs in the United States.

Jazz spread rapidly as bands toured the United States.

On August 23, 1994, the Backstreet Boys were officially formed in Orlando, Florida. They went on to become one of the best-selling boy bands of all time with hits like "I Want It That Way" and "Everybody (Backstreet's Back)."

Jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker made one of his earliest radio appearances as a young musician on this day. Parker later became one of the most influential jazz artists in history, helping create the exciting style known as bebop.

1689- Composer Henry Purcell premiered music for royal celebrations.

This Day in Music History – August 20, 2002
Johnny Cash received the MTV Video Music Award for "Hurt."

Jazz performances continued growing in popularity during the early 1900s, helping shape American music.

This Day in Music History – August 18, 1981
MTV's first weeks introduced music videos to millions of viewers.

Jazz pianist and composer Kenny Barron was born on this day. Fun Fact: Kenny Barron has performed with many famous jazz artists and is considered one of the greatest jazz pianists of his generation.
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